Strategy
I focus on opportunities where an owner wants to preserve their legacy but may not have a clear succession plan for the business. Building on the company's strengths I seek to maintain and enhance the business's role and standing in the community.
Investment Criteria
While growth is attractive, I prefer stable and consistent sales and earnings
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Located in Northern California
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Minimum EBITDA of $500,000
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Average annual revenues of $1.5M+
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Diverse and growing customer base
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Identifiable competitive advantages
Industry Focus
I do not have strict industry requirements, but prefer traditional businesses in
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Business Services
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Manufacturing
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Home Services
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Logistics and Distribution
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Infrastructure
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Healthcare
The
Opportunity
I started Ruft Capital with the goal to provide the best opportunity for selling your business. I want to honor the hard-earned legacy of the owner who came before me by ensuring their business continues to thrive into the next generation and beyond. Longevity can be attributed to distinct strategies and values that are deeply rooted in the company. I want to be a steward of the local economy and ensure your company will continue serving your customers and and employees for years to come.
ABOUT ME
Jerry Simonson is an operating executive with expertise in corporate strategy & operations, management consulting, finance, and sales with a 20+ year track record of successfully scaling businesses.
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Jerry holds an MBA from the Leavey School of Business at Santa Clara University and a BS from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo.
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I live in Northern California with my wife and 3 kids and enjoy woodworking, photography, and playing golf when I can.
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